Nwankwo Kanu has explained that Nigeria have their sights set on winning World Cup 2014 on behalf of Africa.
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In 2010 Ghana were a penalty shootout away from becoming the first nation from the continent to reach the last four of the tournament.
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The ex-Arsenal, Inter and Ajax striker, however, believes that the reigning Africa Cup of Nations champions have the team ethic and coaching quality to qualify for Brazil next summer and stage a shock.
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The 37-year-old told Goal: "We are definitely going to the World Cup next year and we want to win the Cup for Africa. About the upcoming Malawi match - we are ready for it and we will do our best.
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"We have a good squad that is competent enough to take us to the World Cup and make us shine on the world map.
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"We want players who are hungry for success and players who will play for the country with pride and dignity. That is the main reason we have such a squad. Although we can still have experienced players, nobody owns a space, they all need to work hard.
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"We have a great coaching team behind the players and that is what makes us the best in Africa."